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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

S712 FMAMOT history

S712 FMA is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 29 Jan 1999. Its MOT is valid until 22 Apr 2027 and it has passed 22 of 28 MOT tests, with 176,616 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Apr 2026.

S712 FMA green Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Defender, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Apr 2027
Mileage
176,616 mi
At MOT on 23 Apr 2026
MOT tests
28
22 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,667 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S712 FMA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 Jan 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S712 FMA was last recorded at 176,616 miles on 23 Apr 2026, 863 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
175,753 miles · 15 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
863 miles
Average per year
5,667 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 176,616 miles
  • 2025 – 175,753 miles
  • 2024 – 174,765 miles
  • 2023 – 174,676 miles
  • 2022 – 174,573 miles
  • 2021 – 174,360 miles
  • 2020 – 174,025 miles
  • 2019 – 170,381 miles
  • 2018 – 163,705 miles
  • 2017 – 157,687 miles
  • 2016 – 153,127 miles
  • 2015 – 149,654 miles
  • 2014 – 144,298 miles
  • 2013 – 138,217 miles
  • 2012 – 125,546 miles
  • 2011 – 112,413 miles
  • 2010 – 103,199 miles
  • 2009 – 91,597 miles
  • 2008 – 80,970 miles
  • 2007 – 69,021 miles
  • 2006 – 60,962 miles
  • 2005 – 59,220 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass176,616 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

28 tests since 5 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass176,616 miles (+863)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    176,616 miles
    Test number
    803641642431
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass175,753 miles (+106)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    175,753 miles
    Test number
    980834796248
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail175,647 miles (+882)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,647 miles
    Test number
    993565607871
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis as marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass174,765 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    174,765 miles
    Test number
    953499592511
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced CHASSIS AND OUTRIGGERS (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail174,765 miles (+89)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,765 miles
    Test number
    153134836013
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced CHASSIS AND OUTRIGGERS (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass174,676 miles (+103)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    174,676 miles
    Test number
    208308575705
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass174,573 miles (+213)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    174,573 miles
    Test number
    559623358626

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass174,360 miles (+335)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    174,360 miles
    Test number
    370015861494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass174,025 miles (+3,644)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    174,025 miles
    Test number
    806494785032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass170,381 miles (+6,676)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    170,381 miles
    Test number
    515440147977

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass163,705 miles (+6,018)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    163,705 miles
    Test number
    557301773475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass157,687 miles (+4,560)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    157,687 miles
    Test number
    312378669119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass153,127 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    153,127 miles
    Test number
    882634395897
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryAll tyres showing signs of perishing
    • AdvisoryDip/main beam switch weak
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Fail153,127 miles (+3,473)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,127 miles
    Test number
    927790292368
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryAll tyres showing signs of perishing
    • AdvisoryDip/main beam switch weak
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass149,654 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    149,654 miles
    Test number
    565345805078
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  16. Fail149,654 miles (+5,356)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,654 miles
    Test number
    137425005463
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  17. Pass144,298 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    144,298 miles
    Test number
    346980614076
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth seat belts showing signs of damage

  18. Fail144,298 miles (+6,081)2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,298 miles
    Test number
    458090314080
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth seat belts showing signs of damage

  19. Pass138,217 miles (+12,671)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    138,217 miles
    Test number
    276785323096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass125,546 miles (+13,133)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    125,546 miles
    Test number
    139219802423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass112,413 miles (+9,214)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    112,413 miles
    Test number
    439465701052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass103,199 miles (+11,602)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    103,199 miles
    Test number
    611425010008
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering damper damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

  23. Pass91,597 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    91,597 miles
    Test number
    153962529095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail91,597 miles (+10,627)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,597 miles
    Test number
    164757019057
    • FailureAll position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  25. Pass80,970 miles (+11,949)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    80,970 miles
    Test number
    242458318085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass69,021 miles (+8,059)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    69,021 miles
    Test number
    222467217009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass60,962 miles (+1,742)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    60,962 miles
    Test number
    513379116008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass59,220 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    59,220 miles
    Test number
    314137715257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S712 FMA

Does S712 FMA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S712 FMA is valid until 22 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S712 FMA?
The MOT on S712 FMA is valid until 22 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S712 FMA done?
S712 FMA was recorded at 176,616 miles at its MOT on 23 Apr 2026, an average of 5,667 miles a year.
Has S712 FMA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S712 FMA has failed 6 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on S712 FMA ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on S712 FMA find?
S712 FMA passed its latest MOT on 23 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger.

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